Moss House in Bishop Auckland | Must-See County Durham Hot Tub Cottage

About Moss House

Moss House is a four-bedroom luxury cottage in Sunniside village near Bishop Auckland in County Durham. Renovated to a high standard in 2023 it retains original period features including exposed stone walls and woodburners. It sleeps up to 8 guests and holds a 4.7 out of 5 rating plus Customers' Choice awards for 2024 2025 and 2026.

Sunniside is a quiet village with countryside walks right from the door. The owners run the village pub just 100 yards away specialising in steaks and grills. Opposite the cottage there's a community outdoor gym, play park and a 5-a-side football and basketball court free for guests to use.

The private hot tub and sauna are standout features. Inside you get a large living room with Smart TV and woodburner, a games room with snooker table, dartboard and projector cinema screen. Four bedrooms sleep 8: two king-size rooms and two zip-and-link twin rooms. Two shower rooms plus an en-suite with bath.

Durham city is 20 minutes away. Beamish Open Air Museum is a 30-minute drive. Raby Castle and Barnard Castle are both a short drive. Kynren open-air spectacle is just 10 miles away.

Moss House suits families and groups wanting space comfort and a great base for County Durham. Book it for the hot tub sauna games room and that pub on the doorstep.

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Need To Know

✓Well-presented house retaining many original and period features, recently renovated to a high standard in 2023
✓4 bedrooms: 2 kingsize bedrooms (5ft beds) with Freeview TVs, 2 zip-and-link bedrooms each with 2 single (3ft) beds and Freeview TVs
✓Ensuite bathroom in one kingsize bedroom with bath, walk-in shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Two additional first-floor shower rooms each with walk-in shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Gas central heating throughout the property
✓Electricity included in rental
✓Wi-Fi internet included
✓Initial fuel for woodburners included
✓Welcome pack provided on arrival
✓Bed linen and towels included for all guests
✓Large living room with woodburner, exposed stone walls, comfortable sofas, and Smart TV
✓Kitchen and dining room form a social open space with woodburner, electric oven, electric hob, combi microwave/oven/grill, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, and well-equipped kitchen facilities
✓Utility room with washing machine
✓Large games room featuring a snooker table, dartboard, projector screen, and cinema screen
✓Private sauna located on the first floor
✓Private hot tub available outdoors
✓Large enclosed garden located across the lane, partially lawned with patio, outdoor BBQ, outdoor seating area, and garden furniture
✓Private bike store on site
✓Private on-site parking for 2 vehicles plus additional on-road parking available
✓One step to entrance providing limited accessibility
✓Security deposit of £250 required
✓No smoking allowed inside the property
✓No hen or stag parties permitted; suitable for couples, families, and holidaymakers only
✓Pets allowed up to 3 dogs with additional charges applicable; plenty of nearby areas for dog walking
✓Check-in after 15:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Located centrally in the village of Sunniside with doorstep access to countryside walks and dog-friendly areas
✓Community outdoor gym, play park, and 5-a-side football/basketball court located opposite the cottage for guest use
✓Friendly village pub run by the owners located 100 yards away, specializing in steaks and grills with excellent drink selection
✓Bus services available 50 yards from the property
✓Short distance from A68 providing easy road access including journeys to and from Scotland
✓Nearby attractions include Durham city (20-minute drive) with cathedral and river boat trips, Barnard Castle and Raby Castle (short drives), Kynren open-air medieval spectacle (10 miles), and Beamish open-air museum (30 minutes drive)
✓Property decorated at Christmas for seasonal ambiance
✓Luxury rating with multiple Customers’ Choice awards for 2024, 2025, and 2026

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Moss House

Private Hot Tub & Sauna

A private hot tub and a first-floor sauna make this a genuinely relaxing base whatever the weather outside.

Games Room

Full-size snooker table, dartboard and a projector cinema screen keep guests entertained on evenings in.

Pub On The Doorstep

The owners run the village pub just 100 yards away. It specialises in steaks and grills with a great drinks selection.

Period Features & Character

Exposed stone walls, woodburners and original period details give the cottage a genuine character that modern builds simply don't have.

Outdoor Play Facilities

Right opposite the cottage there's a community gym, play park and 5-a-side football court all free for guests to use.

Great Location For Exploring

Durham city is 20 minutes away, Beamish Museum 30 minutes and the coast is just 23 miles. Excellent base for North England.

Getting To Moss House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

Moss House is in the village of Sunniside near Bishop Auckland in County Durham. The A68 is a short distance away making it straightforward to reach from both the north and south. Two private on-site parking spaces are available on arrival with additional on-road parking nearby.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Bishop Auckland, which is a short taxi ride from Sunniside. Regular services connect Bishop Auckland to Durham and the wider North East rail network.

Private on-site parking for two cars

Bishop Auckland station (nearest rail link)

Short distance from the A68

Bus stop 50 yards from the property

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Durham Cathedral

Distance: 20 min drive

DH1 3EH

Beamish Open Air Museum

Distance: 30 min drive

DH9 0RG

Raby Castle

Distance: Short drive

DL2 3AH

Weardale Way

Distance: Accessible from Sunniside

DL13

Hamsterley Forest

Distance: Approx 8 miles

DL13 3NL

Teesdale countryside walks

Distance: Short drive

DL12

Bishop Auckland town centre

Distance: Approx 4 miles

DL14 7AH

Durham city centre shops

Distance: 20 min drive

DH1 3NJ

Barnard Castle market town

Distance: Short drive

DL12 8NB

Bus stop Sunniside

Distance: 50 yards

DL13 4LR

Bishop Auckland (taxi/rail hub)

Distance: Approx 4 miles

DL14 7AH

A68 road access north/south

Distance: Short distance

DL13

Durham Cathedral

Distance: 20 min drive

DH1 3EH

Beamish Open Air Museum

Distance: 30 min drive

DH9 0RG

Raby Castle

Distance: Short drive

DL2 3AH

Weardale Way

Distance: Accessible from Sunniside

DL13

Hamsterley Forest

Distance: Approx 8 miles

DL13 3NL

Teesdale countryside walks

Distance: Short drive

DL12

Bishop Auckland town centre

Distance: Approx 4 miles

DL14 7AH

Durham city centre shops

Distance: 20 min drive

DH1 3NJ

Barnard Castle market town

Distance: Short drive

DL12 8NB

Bus stop Sunniside

Distance: 50 yards

DL13 4LR

Bishop Auckland (taxi/rail hub)

Distance: Approx 4 miles

DL14 7AH

A68 road access north/south

Distance: Short distance

DL13

Is Moss House Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The community outdoor gym, play park and 5-a-side football and basketball court are directly opposite the cottage and free to use. The games room inside has a snooker table and dartboard. Beamish Open Air Museum is 30 minutes away and is one of the best family days out in the North East.

For Couples

Moss House works well for couples. The private hot tub and first-floor sauna are the obvious draw. Add a woodburner in the living room, a cinema projector screen and the owners' steak pub just 100 yards away. Durham city for a night out is only 20 minutes by car.

Pet Friendly

Up to 3 pets are welcome at Moss House with a charge applying. The village of Sunniside sits in County Durham countryside with walks accessible straight from the door. The large enclosed garden across the lane gives dogs space to run. Bus stop and pub are both within easy walking distance too.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Moss House

Sunniside Village Pub (owners' pub)

Located 100 yards from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL13 4LR

The Castle (Barnard Castle)

Located Short drive from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL12 8NB

The Victoria Inn, Bishop Auckland

Located Approx 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DL14 7AH

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Moss House

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Moss House has a private hot tub for exclusive use by guests. There is also a private sauna on the first floor making it a great choice for a proper wind-down break.

Is Moss House pet friendly?

Yes, up to 3 pets are welcome at Moss House with a charge applying per pet. The village of Sunniside has countryside walks right from the door and plenty of open space for dogs.

How many guests does Moss House sleep?

Moss House sleeps up to 8 guests across 4 bedrooms. There are two king-size bedrooms and two zip-and-link rooms that can be configured as either twin singles or doubles.

What are the bathroom facilities like?

There are two shower rooms each with a walk-in shower, heated towel rail and toilet. Bedroom 1 also has a private en-suite with a bath, walk-in shower, heated towel rail and toilet.

Is there parking at Moss House?

There are 2 private on-site parking spaces at the property. Additional on-road parking is also available nearby for guests with extra vehicles.

What is there to do in the evening at the cottage?

The games room has a full-size snooker table, dartboard and a projector cinema screen. The village pub run by the owners is just 100 yards away and specialises in steaks and grills.

What is the nearest city and how far is it?

Durham city is approximately a 20-minute drive from Moss House. Newcastle is around 45 minutes away making both cities very accessible for day trips.

Are hen or stag parties allowed at Moss House?

No, Moss House does not accept hen or stag party bookings. The cottage is available for couples, families and general holidaymakers only.